Community Forests are working landscapes where communities partner with land managers to preserve the forest and uses they love. The Teanaway Community Forest demonstrates how conservation, sustainable forestry and community partnership goals can be achieved. This beautiful 50,241-acre landscape lies at the headwaters of the Yakima Basin watershed. The state purchased the land in 2013 with funding provided by the Legislature and established Washington's first state-owned community forest. The forest contains nearly 400 miles of free-flowing streams and prime habitat for fish and wildlife. It has a history of grazing and timber harvests and offers unique recreation opportunities.

The Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is collaboratively managing the Teanaway Community Forest with Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) with significant public input from a community-based advisory committee. The collaborative has developed the Teanaway Community Forest Management Plan and recently completed a Recreation Plan. Community engagement is needed to help meet the goals of these plans! Join DNR and their partners to restore the landscape and maintain recreation amenities for everyone to enjoy.

Project Difficulty

Variable

Age Restriction

Any participant under 13 years of age must be accompanied by an adult.

What to Bring

For safety, volunteers are required to wear:

Long pants made of sturdy material

Sturdy, close-toed shoes

Gloves (provided)

Hard hats for construction projects (provided

In addition, we recommend that participants bring:

Rain gear and/or sun protection

Bug repellent

Long sleeved shirt

At least one full water bottle

Small daypack for snacks/food as needed, extra layers, etc…

Driving Directions

Start at I-90 exit 85 (Cle Elum). Go east on SR-970 for 6.9 miles. Turn left on Teanaway Road. Drive for 7 miles, then turn left on West Fork Teanaway Road. In half a mile, turn left into the campground, and follow signs for event parking.